ASAP Rocky admits becoming 'way more emotional' after embracing fatherhood

Published: Jan 07 2026

ASAP Rocky candidly expressed the profound transformation his heart underwent after becoming a father. The rapper, who shares three children with his long-term partner Rihanna, revealed that his heart has grown softer and more loving since becoming a dad. In a recent interview with W Magazine, Rocky said, "I am way more emotional now." He continued, "Before the kids, I was probably cold-hearted. But now I'm a loving kind of fella."

The Punk Rocky artist further shared that his love extends beyond his children. "I've got a lot of love to give to the world," he told the outlet. The actor is a proud father to two sons, Riot, 2, and RZA, 3, and a daughter, Rocki Irish, whom he recently welcomed with Rihanna.

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In another part of the interview, Rocky was asked what would happen if someone tries to date his daughter. The rapper responded with a simple yet powerful statement, "I'm going to pray for them."

Rocky's latest remarks came almost a month after he talked about his children's bond. "Well, I'm surprised that the older two [are] getting along as much as they are," he told Extra. "You know, usually for them to be so close in age, [they'd] fight a lot, but [we're] a happy family."

With these heartfelt words and expressions, it's clear that ASAP Rocky's journey as a father has been a transformative one, leaving an indelible mark on his life and perspective.

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